CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH AND NORFOLK LTD
Annual Report and Accounts for the year ended 31st March 2021
Registered Charity in England No: 1105340
Company Registration No: 5079406
Trustees Annual Report for the period from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2021
The trustees present their report and the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2021
Reference and administrative details
The charity is also known by the following names, which operate as separate projects or activities under the main charity:
Dreams and Visions Network Norwich Registered charity number 1105340 Company number 5079406 Charity’s principle address 25 Newmarket Road Norwich, NR2 2HL Company’s registered office: 24 Golden Dog Lane Norwich NR3 1BP Company secretary: Mr Howard Green Governing Document: Memorandum and Articles of Association Incorporated.
Names of the charity trustees (who are also the directors of the company) who manage the charity.
Mrs B Collyer Mr H Green Mr P Hook
Names and address of advisers
Bankers
The Co-operative Bank plc Skelmersdale Lancashire
Independent Reviewer Mr J Payne 35 Henby Way NORWICH, NR7 0LD
Governance of the Charity
The charity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital. The company is governed by the Memorandum and Articles dated 22nd March 2004. The liability of the members is limited by guarantee to £10 per member, the total liability is £40. The trustees are appointed by members of the company.
Management & Governance Structure
Three Trustees have run the Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd over this period, each with differing backgrounds and expertise that can contribute to the delivery of the charity’s objectives.
The policy and key operating decisions (i.e. budget setting, risk management) of the charity rest with the Trustees who meet regularly to monitor the activities of the charity.
During the year, CCTNN directly employed four staff in connection with the Network Norwich operation. Others were paid on a self-employed basis in the different projects to deliver the activities of the charity.
Objectives and activities
The principle activity of the charity is to advance the Christian religion within the City of Norwich, the County of Norfolk and worldwide.
The trust aims to encourage service and unity in Norwich and Norfolk. It is particularly intended to release and support Christians who see how things might be different and who want to work with others to turn these dreams and visions into reality for their community.
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects.
The Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd make small grants to individuals and groups to meet immediate needs through Dreams and Visions. The resources are derived locally and nationally.
Policy on grant making
Projects are considered by the trustees on a regular basis, which meet the aims of the charity and serve the local community.
Grants to organisations
| Truro Job Club | £1000 |
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| South West Kingdom Spaces | £500 |
| Liskeard and Love CCCP | £1000 |
| Storehouse | £1000 |
| Impact Liskeard | £1000 |
| Micah Mobile Ministry | £1000 |
| St Austell Foodbank | £1000 |
| Launston Money | £1000 |
| Bodmin CAP | £1000 |
| Breathe Communities | £1000 |
| Art Angel Christian | £1000 |
| Celebrate Norwich | £4500 |
| Farnham Home school link worker | £5000 |
| Bournemough community grants | £4750 |
| Bolton Hothouse. | £2000 |
| Total | £26,750 |
The charity also made various grants to individuals who are carrying on activities which further the objects of the charity, or to relieve poverty. The individuals were made aware of the need to account for the income to HMRC appropriately.
Grants given to individuals as outlined above: £101,785.35 Gift to someone escaping domestic £5,500 violence Conference expenses £663.57 Total £134,700.92
The Trust also runs the following activity:
Network Norwich
The Trust employs the staff that run, and actively supports, www.networknorwich.co.uk. This is a very successful internet service for the Christian Community of the Norfolk area.
Financial review
During the period the charity received income as follows: Network Norwich - Sales of Advertisements £18,447 Donations, including Gift Aid and furlough £140,546 Good News for Norfolk £536.00
Expenditure
The main costs to the charity were those of salaries and pensions for Network Norwich. The financial administration work is undertaken by a book keeper, with all other administration undertaken on a voluntary basis by the Chairman to reduce costs.
Reserves Policy
On an annual basis the Trustees consider the level of reserves they wish to retain that are appropriate to meet the Charity’s needs and circumstances. This is based on the charity’s size and level of commitment held. The Trustees endeavour not to set aside funds unnecessarily and aims to hold no more than 6 months running costs in unrestricted funds.
Risk Statement
The Trustees have and continue to review the major strategic, business and operational risks, which a small charity with few employees is likely to be exposed to. A framework has been established and procedures are in place to identify, monitor and review these risks on a regular basis.
All major insurable risks have been covered by the charity’s insurance coverage. Contracts and associated risks are reviewed before being finalised to ensure they do not significantly impact (negatively) upon the charity’s ability to fulfil its objectives.
Signed Howard Green Company Secretary
Approved by the Trustees: Bridget Collyer, Chairman CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD
| Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd |
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| INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT 1.4.20 TO 31.3.21 |
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| INCOME | CCTNN | 1108.03 | ||
| Stewardship | 122,000.00 | |||
| Network Norwich | 13,554.98 | |||
| CJRS (Furlough) | 3,633.38 | 140,296.39 | ||
| Gift Aid | Dream and Visions | |||
| Network Norwich | 250.11 | 250.11 | ||
| Trading Activities | Network Norwich | |||
| Sales of adverts | 18,447.00 | |||
| Good news for Norwich |
536.00 | 18,983.00 | ||
| TOTAL INCOME | 159,529.50 | |||
| EXPENDITURE | ||||
| Administration | Network Norwich | 1,870.41 | ||
| CCTNN | 419.90 | |||
| Miscellaneous | Network Norwich | 120.00 | ||
| Printing | Good News for Norwich |
2,750.87 |
| Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salaries | Network Norwich | 20,781.36 | ||
| Bonus | Network Norwich | 2,274.20 | ||
| Pension Contributions | Network Norwich | 698.76 | 28,915.50 | |
| Grants made | CCTNN | 134,700.92 | 163,616.42 | |
| Excess Expenditure over Income |
4,086.92 | 159,529.50 | ||
| CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD |
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| Balance Sheet | |||
| 31st March 2021 | |||
| Total this year Total last year |
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| Current assets | |||
| Cash at Bank and in hand | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total current assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Net current assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Funds of the charity | |||
| Unrestricted funds | £20,389 £36,389 |
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| Restricted funds | £15,586 £3,673 |
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| Closing Balances | ||
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| CCTNN £9,564 £21,577 |
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| Network Norwich £26,411 £18,485 |
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| Total net assets £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total Assets £35,975 £40,062 |
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For the year ending 31.3.21 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The directors acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to small companies regime.
The accounts were approved by the board on 7th January 2021
Signed Bridget Collyer
Bridget Collyer, Chairman
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD
Notes for the accounts Year ended 31[st] March 2021
1. Tax reclaims on donations and gifts
- Incoming resources from tax reclaims are included in the SoFA at the same time as the gift to which they relate.
2. Investment income
This is included in the accounts when receivable
3. Governance costs This year Last year Nil Nil
4. Trustee expenses Number of trustees who were paid expenses 0 0
- 5 . No remuneration was paid to the Trustees during the year
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH AND NORFOLK LTD
Annual Report and Accounts for the year ended 31st March 2021
Registered Charity in England No: 1105340
Company Registration No: 5079406
Trustees Annual Report for the period from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2021
The trustees present their report and the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2021
Reference and administrative details
The charity is also known by the following names, which operate as separate projects or activities under the main charity:
Dreams and Visions Network Norwich Registered charity number 1105340 Company number 5079406 Charity’s principle address 25 Newmarket Road Norwich, NR2 2HL Company’s registered office: 24 Golden Dog Lane Norwich NR3 1BP Company secretary: Mr Howard Green Governing Document: Memorandum and Articles of Association Incorporated.
Names of the charity trustees (who are also the directors of the company) who manage the charity.
Mrs B Collyer Mr H Green Mr P Hook
Names and address of advisers
Bankers
The Co-operative Bank plc Skelmersdale Lancashire
Independent Reviewer Mr J Payne 35 Henby Way NORWICH, NR7 0LD
Governance of the Charity
The charity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital. The company is governed by the Memorandum and Articles dated 22nd March 2004. The liability of the members is limited by guarantee to £10 per member, the total liability is £40. The trustees are appointed by members of the company.
Management & Governance Structure
Three Trustees have run the Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd over this period, each with differing backgrounds and expertise that can contribute to the delivery of the charity’s objectives.
The policy and key operating decisions (i.e. budget setting, risk management) of the charity rest with the Trustees who meet regularly to monitor the activities of the charity.
During the year, CCTNN directly employed four staff in connection with the Network Norwich operation. Others were paid on a self-employed basis in the different projects to deliver the activities of the charity.
Objectives and activities
The principle activity of the charity is to advance the Christian religion within the City of Norwich, the County of Norfolk and worldwide.
The trust aims to encourage service and unity in Norwich and Norfolk. It is particularly intended to release and support Christians who see how things might be different and who want to work with others to turn these dreams and visions into reality for their community.
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects.
The Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd make small grants to individuals and groups to meet immediate needs through Dreams and Visions. The resources are derived locally and nationally.
Policy on grant making
Projects are considered by the trustees on a regular basis, which meet the aims of the charity and serve the local community.
Grants to organisations
| Truro Job Club | £1000 |
|---|---|
| South West Kingdom Spaces | £500 |
| Liskeard and Love CCCP | £1000 |
| Storehouse | £1000 |
| Impact Liskeard | £1000 |
| Micah Mobile Ministry | £1000 |
| St Austell Foodbank | £1000 |
| Launston Money | £1000 |
| Bodmin CAP | £1000 |
| Breathe Communities | £1000 |
| Art Angel Christian | £1000 |
| Celebrate Norwich | £4500 |
| Farnham Home school link worker | £5000 |
| Bournemough community grants | £4750 |
| Bolton Hothouse. | £2000 |
| Total | £26,750 |
The charity also made various grants to individuals who are carrying on activities which further the objects of the charity, or to relieve poverty. The individuals were made aware of the need to account for the income to HMRC appropriately.
Grants given to individuals as outlined above: £101,785.35 Gift to someone escaping domestic £5,500 violence Conference expenses £663.57 Total £134,700.92
The Trust also runs the following activity:
Network Norwich
The Trust employs the staff that run, and actively supports, www.networknorwich.co.uk. This is a very successful internet service for the Christian Community of the Norfolk area.
Financial review
During the period the charity received income as follows: Network Norwich - Sales of Advertisements £18,447 Donations, including Gift Aid and furlough £140,546 Good News for Norfolk £536.00
Expenditure
The main costs to the charity were those of salaries and pensions for Network Norwich. The financial administration work is undertaken by a book keeper, with all other administration undertaken on a voluntary basis by the Chairman to reduce costs.
Reserves Policy
On an annual basis the Trustees consider the level of reserves they wish to retain that are appropriate to meet the Charity’s needs and circumstances. This is based on the charity’s size and level of commitment held. The Trustees endeavour not to set aside funds unnecessarily and aims to hold no more than 6 months running costs in unrestricted funds.
Risk Statement
The Trustees have and continue to review the major strategic, business and operational risks, which a small charity with few employees is likely to be exposed to. A framework has been established and procedures are in place to identify, monitor and review these risks on a regular basis.
All major insurable risks have been covered by the charity’s insurance coverage. Contracts and associated risks are reviewed before being finalised to ensure they do not significantly impact (negatively) upon the charity’s ability to fulfil its objectives.
Signed Howard Green Company Secretary
Approved by the Trustees: Bridget Collyer, Chairman CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD
| Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT 1.4.20 TO 31.3.21 |
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| INCOME | CCTNN | 1108.03 | ||
| Stewardship | 122,000.00 | |||
| Network Norwich | 13,554.98 | |||
| CJRS (Furlough) | 3,633.38 | 140,296.39 | ||
| Gift Aid | Dream and Visions | |||
| Network Norwich | 250.11 | 250.11 | ||
| Trading Activities | Network Norwich | |||
| Sales of adverts | 18,447.00 | |||
| Good news for Norwich |
536.00 | 18,983.00 | ||
| TOTAL INCOME | 159,529.50 | |||
| EXPENDITURE | ||||
| Administration | Network Norwich | 1,870.41 | ||
| CCTNN | 419.90 | |||
| Miscellaneous | Network Norwich | 120.00 | ||
| Printing | Good News for Norwich |
2,750.87 |
| Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salaries | Network Norwich | 20,781.36 | ||
| Bonus | Network Norwich | 2,274.20 | ||
| Pension Contributions | Network Norwich | 698.76 | 28,915.50 | |
| Grants made | CCTNN | 134,700.92 | 163,616.42 | |
| Excess Expenditure over Income |
4,086.92 | 159,529.50 | ||
| CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD |
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| Balance Sheet | |||
| 31st March 2021 | |||
| Total this year Total last year |
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| Current assets | |||
| Cash at Bank and in hand | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total current assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
||
| Net current assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total assets | £35,975 £40,062 |
||
| Funds of the charity | |||
| Unrestricted funds | £20,389 £36,389 |
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| Restricted funds | £15,586 £3,673 |
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| Closing Balances | ||
|---|---|---|
| CCTNN £9,564 £21,577 |
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| Network Norwich £26,411 £18,485 |
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| Total net assets £35,975 £40,062 |
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| Total Assets £35,975 £40,062 |
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For the year ending 31.3.21 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The directors acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to small companies regime.
The accounts were approved by the board on 7th January 2021
Signed Bridget Collyer
Bridget Collyer, Chairman
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY TRUST FOR NORWICH & NORFOLK LTD
Notes for the accounts Year ended 31[st] March 2021
1. Tax reclaims on donations and gifts
- Incoming resources from tax reclaims are included in the SoFA at the same time as the gift to which they relate.
2. Investment income
This is included in the accounts when receivable
3. Governance costs This year Last year Nil Nil
4. Trustee expenses Number of trustees who were paid expenses 0 0
- 5 . No remuneration was paid to the Trustees during the year
Independent examiner's report on the
accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name members of Christian Community Trust for Norwich and Norfolk Ltd On accounts for the 31st March 2021 Charity no (if any) 1105340 year ended Set out on pages 1 and 2
(remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)
Respective The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The responsibilities of charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under trustees and examiner section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
- examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
- to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
- to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
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Basis of independent My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by examiner’s statement the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
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Independent In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention . examiner's 1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, statement the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
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have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
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| Signed: | John Payne | Date: | 14th December 2021 |
| Name: | John Payne |
March 2012
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| Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): |
ACMA |
| Address: | 35 Henby Way |
| Norwich | |
| NR7 0LD | |
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| Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material problems. |
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Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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